The self-styled "building with more up top" houses the (free-to-access) Sky Garden (spanning three floors, 35 to 37 of renowned architect Rafael Vinoly's new landmark building) comprising three dining venues, including a food bar (for champagne and canapés) by catering company (and restaurant operator) rhubarb.
Floor 35 houses beautiful landscaped gardens (designed by award-winning landscape architects Gillespies) and the Sky Pod Bar, a contemporary bar serving all-day menu (from breakfast to light snacks) and transforms into a cocktail bar with uninterrupted 360-degree panoramic views of central London. A classic European menu is available (all-day) at the ‘modern, stylish’ setting of the Darwin Brasserie (inspired by Charles Darwin and the evolution of dining) on Level 36 with a viewing platform overlooking The Thames, and then there is the (all-day) Fenchurch Seafood Bar & Grill (with a private dining room and terrace) on Level 37, serving up (responsibly caught) seafood as well as seasonal game, meat and vegetarian dishes in a room ‘akin to the finest members clubs’.
The Sky Garden is also a unique events space. There are dedicated spaces available (across the three floors) for private hire, with capacities ranging from 16 to 250 guests with an option to hire the entire venue.
Living the high life
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